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Calendar of Awareness 2014 CALENDAR of AWARENESS 2013 Cancer Program Annual Report 2013 Chairman’s Report 2012 was a challenging, yet exciting, year as we completed the merger to become Profile Reports (CP3R). Our performance has far exceeded the national benchmarks Baptist Health Madisonville. We are excited to be part of the Baptist Health Cancer for both breast and colorectal cancer treatment as shown in the comparison table on Network as we continue to provide high quality care to residents of Western Kentucky. the following month. From early detection programs, advanced diagnostic testing, multidisciplinary surgical, chemotherapy and radiation therapy treatment options to support programs, the Survival outcomes for our program have continuously benchmarked above state Cancer Program truly provides comprehensive care close to home. and national averages. The cancer committee recognizes that this is greatly due to the prospective multidisciplinary approach to cancer care. Oncology Cancer (tumor In December, we welcomed Dr. Ali Kanbar, Hematologist/Oncologist, to our cancer board) conferences are held twice per month at Baptist Health Madisonville. This team care team, joining Tracy Hagan, Oncology Nurse Practitioner, and Dr. Satish J. Shah, approach brings together medical and radiation oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, Radiation Oncologist. Patient Navigation is in full swing with Diana Jackson, MSN- pathologists and other clinical experts to discuss and formulate the best treatment HCSM, RN, OCN, Director of Oncology Services providing this patient-centered care options for cancer patients. This approach leads to care based on best practice and and coordination. adherence to national treatment guidelines. This year, the Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center also welcomed Dianna Wiles to the cancer registry team, adding additional resources to ensure our Cancer Registry is exemplary and all state and national accreditation requirements are met in an accurate and timely manner. The cancer program has been continuously accredited by the American College of Surgeon’s Commission on Cancer since 1976. Since 80 percent of all cancer patients are diagnosed and treated at ACoS accredited programs, this participation allows our cancer program to compare our experiences and trends with that of the nation’s through the data submissions to the National Cancer Data Base and participation in the Cancer Program Practice AL CERVIC JANUARy 2014 National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month l Cervical cancer screening (testing) should begin at age 21. Women under age 21 to be tested for at least 20 years after that diagnosis, even if testing continues past should not be tested. age 65. l A woman who has had her uterus removed (and also her cervix) for reasons not l Women between ages 21 and 29 should have a Pap test every 3 years. Now there is also a test called the HPV test. HPV testing should not be used in this age group related to cervical cancer and who has no history of cervical cancer or serious pre- unless it is needed after an abnormal Pap test result. cancer should not be tested. l A woman who has been vaccinated against HPV should still follow the screening l Women between the ages of 30 and 65 should have a Pap test plus an HPV test (called “co-testing”) every 5 years. This is the preferred approach, but it is also recommendations for her age group. acceptable to have a Pap test alone every 3 years. Some women – because of their health history – may need to have a different screening schedule for cervical cancer. l Women over age 65 who have had regular cervical cancer testing with normal results should not be tested for cervical cancer. Once testing is stopped, it should not be To schedule an appointment with Baptist Health Women’s Care, please call started again. Women with a history of a serious cervical pre-cancer should continue 270.326.3900. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday New Year’s Day 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Martin Luther 19 King, Jr. Day 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 To make an appointment with a Baptist Health Madisonville physician, please call 270.825.7200. 2013 Chairman’s Report Continued … Cancer Program Practice Profile Reports (CP3R) Comparison Our cancer program is deeply committed to not only treating cancer, but also CP3R Measure 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 preventing cancer by educating the public about the disease. This includes improving access to medical care, creating education and screening programs, Radiation therapy is administered within 1 year (365 days) of diagnosis for women under age 70 receiving breast conserving surgery for breast cancer. [BCS/RT] and establishing partnerships with communities. Screening and prevention programs offered include breast and colorectal cancers. Baptist Health Madisonville 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% Kentucky 84.6% 85.9% 88.0% 92.0% 93.7% 93.0% 93.0% On January 1, 2013, the Baptist Health Madisonville campus officially became smoke and tobacco-free. This initiative was recommended and encouraged All CoC Approved Program 84.8% 85.0% 86.3% 87.1% 89.0% 89.7% 90.6% by the Cancer Committee for several years and we are pleased to see it CP3R Measure 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 implemented! Low dose CT scanning for lung cancer screening has been shown Combination chemotherapy is considered or administered within 4 months (120 days) of diagnosis for women to be effective, and the American Cancer Society released their guidelines under 70 with AJCC T1c N0 M0, or Stage II or III ERA and PRA negative breast cancer. [MAC] earlier this year. We are pleased to now offer this screening, following ACS guidelines, to the community in an effort to identify lung cancers at an earlier, Baptist Health Madisonville 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% N/A potentially more curable, stage. Kentucky 86.4% 86.8% 92.8% 90.6% 94.3% 94.0% 93.8% We are excited to report that we are close to implementing access to Genetic All CoC Approved Program 84.3% 84.4% 87.6% 88.1% 88.9% 89.8% 91.5% Counseling on site, as well as clinical trials in coordination with Baptist Health CP3R Measure 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Lexington. Being part of the Baptist Network provides our patient with Tamoxifen or third generation aromatase inhibitor is considered or administered within 1 year (365 days) of diag- additional support and access to additional resources to meet their needs for nosis for women with AJCC T1c N0 M0, or Stage II or III ERA and/or PRA positive breast cancer. [HT] cancer care. Baptist Health Madisonville 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 96.2% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% I am please to share this report, which provides a multidisciplinary review of the Kentucky 76.4% 77.3% 87.7% 89.3% 89.8% 90.5% 94.1% current state of our cancer program. All CoC Approved Program 71.4% 72.0% 79.3% 81.1% 83.8% 85.3% 87.2% Justin Sedlak, MD CP3R Measure 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Cancer Committee Chairman Adjuvant chemotherapy is considered or administered within 4 months (120 days) of diagnosis for patients under the age of 80 with AJCC Stage III (lymph node positive) colon cancer. [ACT] Baptist Health Madisonville 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% Kentucky 76.7% 86.2% 86.2% 87.0% 90.0% 89.5% 94.8% All CoC Approved Program 84.9% 86.5% 88.1% 89.6% 91.1% 91.4% 92.1% CP3R Measure 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 At least 12 regional lymph nodes are removed and pathologically examined for resected colon cancer. [12RLN] Baptist Health Madisonville 82.4% 72.7% 71.4% 96.2% 95.5% 87.5% 88.2% Kentucky 57.6% 61.7% 66.3% 74.6% 84.6% 86.6% 87.9% All CoC Approved Program 56.9% 61.6% 68.1% 78.1% 82.1% 84.9% 86.6% CP3R Measure 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 At least 12 regional lymph nodes are removed and pathologically examined for resected colon cancer. [12RLN] Baptist Health Madisonville N/A N/A 100.0% 100.0% N/A 100.0% 100.0% Kentucky 84.7% 79.4% 95.8% 85.0% 89.3% 98.9% 95.5% All CoC Approved Program 89.3% 89.3% 91.4% 91.3% 91.8% 93.0% 92.3% FEBRUARy 2014 National Cancer Prevention/Awareness Month February isn’t just a time to think about your heart health, it’s also National Cancer Prevention Month, a great time to show yourself some love and make healthier lifestyle choices. The American Institute for Cancer Research has three research-based guidelines that may help you lower your overall risk of cancer: 1. Choose mostly plant foods, limit red meat and avoid processed meat. 2. Be physically active every day in any way for 30 minutes or more. 3. Aim to be a healthy weight throughout life. Prevention begins with understanding your risk factors and talking about them with your healthcare providers. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Groundhog Day 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Lincoln’s 9 10 11 Birthday 12 13 Valentine’s Day 14 15 Washington’s 16 President’s Day 17 18 19 20 21 Birthday 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 To make an appointment with a Baptist Health Madisonville physician, please call 270.825.7200.
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